George Ezra gives Macy Gray's 'I Try' a satisfyingly rootsy update

George Ezra covers Macy Gray&#039;s &quot;I Try&quot; — (Image credit: BBC Radio 1)

The British singer-songwriter's cover of Macy Gray's hit single starts out a little shaky, but just give it a few seconds. When George Ezra hits the chorus in BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge, his version of "I Try" moves from iffy karaoke crooning to a bass-heavy blues-rock jam worthy of a full listen. Luckily, Ezra doesn't try to mimic Gray's delightful gargling-fiberglass vocals. —Peter Weber

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Peter has worked as a news and culture writer and editor at The Week since the site's launch in 2008. He covers politics, world affairs, religion and cultural currents. His journalism career began as a copy editor at a financial newswire and has included editorial positions at The New York Times Magazine, Facts on File, and Oregon State University.